On this edition of Ozarks at Large we talk with Kevin Fitzpatrick about his new book, "Unhealthy Cities: Poverty, Race, and Place in America." He'll discuss the book Saturday afternoon at Nightbird Books in Fayetteville. Plus a bit of opera, some free hugs in northwest Arkansas and more.
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The first weekend of November includes dance, jazz, theatre, and more. Becca Bacon Martin, the editor of What's Up in Northwest Arkansas newspapers, gives us the list.
Kevin Fitzpatrick is co-author, along with Mark LaGory of Birmingham, Alabama, of the new book "Unhealthy Cities: Poverty, Race and Place in America." He'll discuss the book Saturday afternoon at Nightbird Books in Fayetteville.
The next two events in Walton Arts Center's 10 X 10 series are this week...dance and jazz.
This edition of Ozarks includes results of yesterday's elections across the region and the state. We also spend some with the lions and tigers of Turpentine Creek in Eureka Springs and more.Wildlife biologist Joe Neal is perennially listening for bird songs. As you will hear, he's noticed an unusual trend this autumn. Joe Neal's latest book is "Birdside Baptist and Other Ornithological Mysteries." He is also coauthor, with Douglas James, of “Arkansas Birds,” published by the University of Arkansas press.Michael Tilley from thecitywire.com discusses results from last night's elections in the Arkansas River Valley.
Roby Brock from talkbusiness.net sits down with two fellow political observers for a final look at the state's races before the polls close.
On this edition of Ozarks at Large, a conversation with John Logan Burrow, Washington County Election Commissioner, about what happens before, during and after tomorrow's election. Plus a Fayetteville-born company prepares for work in the Gulf and more.Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Monday, December 16, 2013
On this edition of Ozarks, we talk to a Fayetteville resident whose grandson was killed in the Sandy Hook shooting a year ago. Plus, we learn more about Healing Ministries at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Dolly Parton, Howard Hughes and more in our history capsule for January 19.
Becca suggests you call to see if winter weather has changed anything we've discussed today.
"Rocket Ship" by Man or Astro-Man
Theater Squared's next performance is "Sundown Town." The script takes a bold look at race relations. We'll hear some of the discussion about the script held last night at the Fayetteville Public Library. More from the conversation will be included in upcoming editions of Ozarks at Large. Visit www.theater2.org for more information about "Sundown Town".
According to a recent study, there is a connection between substance abuse and mental illness. Youth Bridge staff members stopped by the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio to talk about these findings.
The conclusion of the conversation between Governor Mike Beebe and John Brummett, a political columnist for the Arkansas News Bureau. The discussion was recorded by our content partner www.talkbusiness.net.
